Kia is keen on not only expanding it’s portfolio, but also keeping it up to date to meet the consumer needs!

Kia has been testing not 1, not 2, but 4 models in India and overseas and all these 4 models are anticipated to launch between 2024 and 2025. Let’s deep dive and try to keep our self updated with all the details of these upcoming models.

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Kia Carnival Facelift

[Launch: October 3rd, 2024]

The 2024 Kia Carnival Facelift has been spotted testing with significant updates. The new design features an upright front nose, wide grille with chrome accents, L-shaped LED DRLs, and a vertically-positioned LED headlamp setup. The rear includes L-shaped tail-lamps connected by an LED light bar and a mixed-material rear bumper.

Inside, the MPV will resemble the global model with dual 12.3-inch displays, reworked HVAC controls, rotary drive selector, and optional 14.6-inch rear entertainment screen. Other features include ventilated and heated seats, dual sunroof, KRELL sound system, and various safety systems like 8 airbags and ADAS.

The facelifted Carnival is expected to retain the 2.2L 4-cylinder turbo diesel engine, delivering 197.2 BHP and 440 Nm of torque, and will likely meet BS6 norms. Along with EV9, the Carnival will be initially available as a CBU, so expect a Rs. 50 Lakh starting price.

Kia EV9

[Launch: October 3rd, 2024]

The Kia EV9 is a 5.01-meter electric SUV with a 3.1-meter wheelbase, offering up to 541 kilometers of range. It’s built on the E-GMP platform and gets two battery packs:

• Standard: 76.1 kWh battery, rear-wheel-drive, 214.5 BHP, 350 NM, 354 km range, 0-100 km/h in 8.2 seconds, top speed 185 km/h.
• Long-Range: 99.8 kWh battery with RWD (201 BHP, 350 NM, 0-100 km/h in 9.4 seconds) or AWD (380 BHP, 600 NM, 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds, top speed 200 km/h).

Features include Level 3 ADAS, LED headlamps, Remote Parking Assist, Digital Mirrors, 14-speaker Meridian sound system, Dual Sunroofs, Heads-up Display, 2nd Row Swivel Seats (6-seater), 3-zone Climate Control, Dual 12.3-inch displays, Power Tailgate, and a 360 Surround View Camera. In India, the EV9 will be a limited CBU import, with around 2500 units expected and a price around Rs. 1 Crore, competing primarily with the BMW iX.

Kia Clavis

[Expected Launch: ICE – Q1 2025; EV – H2 2025]

The Kia Clavis, embodying Kia’s Opposites United design, features a bold exterior with a tall stance, upright hood, and aggressive grille. It stands out with diamond-cut 16-inch alloy wheels (17-inch optional) and measures about 4.2 meters in length, offering more space than the Kia Sonet. Inside, the Clavis has dual 10.25-inch displays, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a dual-tone dashboard, and a panoramic sunroof. Upholstery options include full white or black leatherette.

Engine options include:

• 1.2L 4-cylinder petrol: 81.8 BHP, 115 NM, 6-speed MT
• 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo petrol: 118.35 BHP, 172 NM, 6-speed iMT or 7-speed DCT
• 1.5L 4-cylinder diesel: 113 BHP, 250 NM, 6-speed MT/iMT/AT

Features include an 8-speaker Bose sound system, ventilated seats, dual-zone climate control, Level 2 ADAS (adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, automatic emergency braking), six airbags, electric parking brake, and one-touch window functionality. Additional features include drive modes, hill descent control, and a 360-degree camera.

The Clavis is expected to launch before first quarter of 2025 , with the electric version arriving in late 2025. Pricing is anticipated between Rs. 9 – Rs. 17 Lakhs.

Kia Carens Facelift

[Expected Launch: ICE- H1 2025; EV – H2 2025]

Kia has been testing the Carens in India, revealing some design details despite the camouflage. The Carens features alloy wheels similar to the upcoming Kia EV5, with a 5-spoke design for both the EV and ICE versions. The front has L-shaped LED DRLs, a thin LED light bar, and LED projectors, while the rear includes C-shaped connected LED tail-lamps and revised bumpers.

Interior features are expected to resemble the Seltos, including a 10.25-inch infotainment system, a 10.25-inch digital cluster, updated controls, and an electric parking brake. Both the EV and ICE versions are likely to offer 6 and 7-seater options, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, and new upholstery.

Engine and Battery Specs:

• EV: 45-50 kWh battery pack, 450-500 km Range
• ICE:
  • 1.5 L Turbo Petrol: 158 BHP, 253 NM, 6-speed iMT/7-speed DCT
  • 1.5 L Diesel: 114 BHP, 250 NM, 6-speed MT/iMT/AT
  • 1.5 L NA Petrol: 113 BHP, 144 NM, 6-speed MT/7-speed IVT

The ICE Carens facelift is expected to launch in Q4 2024, with the EV version arriving in the second half of 2025.

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